Fantasy Baseball: Last call for Osvaldo Bido!

Regular readers of this article will notice that several players in recent editions also appeared the following week, after having their second start pushed back one day. Players get pushed back more often late in the season, as teams give spot starts to prospects and take steps to manage their veterans’ innings. Fantasy baseball managers who want to ensure that their two-start pitchers make two starts should focus on those who are scheduled to make their second appearance on Saturday. These men can get pushed back a day and still get fantasy teams the points they need. This week, Bido and Woods Richardson are scheduled to make their second start on Saturday.

Two-Start Pitchers (listed in order of preference)

Osvaldo Bido, 52% (vs. SEA, vs. DET)

Bido was one of baseball’s most successful starters in August, posting a 1.55 ERA and a 0.79 WHIP while going 3-1 across five outings. The right-hander should keep things rolling into September, as he will open the month against a Mariners offense that ranks 26th in runs scored and has struck out more often than any other team. His second matchup is less juicy but still favorable enough to make Bido the top option this week.

Simeon Woods Richardson, 23% (@TB, @KC)

Woods Richardson struggled last time out (4.2 IP, 4 ER) but has been successful enough this year (3.85 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 102:38 K:BB ratio) to be an appealing two-start option. His first matchup propels Woods Richardson to the upper portion of the list, as the Rays rank 28th in runs scored. But his second start keeps him a tier below Bido, as the Royals are red-hot of late and do not strike out often.

David Festa, 11% (@TB, @KC)

Festa is coming off an excellent start against Atlanta (6 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 7 SO) and has pitched better than is indicated by his 4.89 ERA. The rookie has allowed just two homers in his past five starts, and his overall 51:12 K:BB ratio is an excellent mark. Like Woods Richardson, Festa is appealing due to his matchup against the Rays but not…

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Publish date : 2024-09-02 14:52:35

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